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23 Jun

Only Electric Two-Wheelers in Delhi After 2028: Petrol Bike Registration to End

PreetiIndia

Petrol-powered bikes will be banned in Delhi. From now on, petrol-driven bikes will no longer be registered; instead, only electric bikes will be registered. The Delhi government has confirmed this decision.Under the Delhi Electric Vehicle Policy 2.0, the registration of petrol-powered two-wheelers will be banned from April 1, 2028. Despite pushback from the industry, the government has not changed its stance. This policy will be presented to the cabinet next week and is expected to be officially notified before the end of June 2026.

23 Jun

Apple’s 2026 iPhone Strategy Continues to Disrupt Smartphone Release Cycles

nanikaTechnology

Apple’s upcoming iPhone 18 Pro is already generating significant industry attention ahead of its expected September 2026 launch. According to early reports and analyst leaks, the new flagship lineup—including the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max—is expected to maintain Apple’s traditional autumn release cycle while introducing key upgrades centered on artificial intelligence, camera performance, and display refinements. While the hardware changes are expected to be evolutionary rather than revolutionary, the strategic timing of the launch is having a notable ripple effect across the smartphone industry. Reports suggest that Apple’s consistent September releases continue to dominate global attention cycles,…

23 Jun

Beyond a Potential Jio IPO: Five Key Growth Catalysts That Could Boost Reliance Shares for 44 Lakh Investors

anuprovaBusiness

While anticipation around a potential Jio IPO continues to attract investor attention, Reliance Industries has several other growth drivers that could help revive momentum in its stock and create value for its nearly 44 lakh shareholders. Market participants are increasingly focusing on the broader strategic roadmap laid out by Chairman Mukesh Ambani, which extends well beyond a single listing event. One of the biggest triggers is the continued expansion of Reliance’s digital ecosystem, with Jio strengthening its presence across connectivity, cloud services, artificial intelligence, and digital platforms. The company’s retail business also remains a major growth engine, supported by store…

22 Jun

Massive Arms Haul in Manipur After Joint Security Operation; NEET-UG Exams Pass Peacefully

PreetiManipur

A joint operation by Manipur Police, CRPF, RAF, COBRA and the Army has resulted in the recovery of a large cache of arms, ammunition and other war-like stores from suspected militant locations in Manipur. According to Manipur Police, acting on specific intelligence inputs regarding the presence of armed militants, security forces launched a joint operation on June 20, 2026, in the general areas of Leilon Vaiphei, Leilon Munlui, Molhoi, P. Moulding, Leilon Khunou and surrounding areas. During the operation, an exchange of fire took place between security forces and suspected militants. The operation continued on June 21 and 22, leading…

22 Jun

Global Steel Major ArcelorMittal Accelerates Industrial AI Adoption

nanikaBusiness

Global steel and mining major ArcelorMittal has announced a strategic partnership with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to automate and digitally transform its global operations using cloud computing and artificial intelligence capabilities. The collaboration aims to enhance manufacturing efficiency, improve safety standards, strengthen asset reliability, and optimise energy consumption across the company’s worldwide production network. According to ArcelorMittal, the integration of AWS cloud and AI tools will be embedded directly into its manufacturing processes, enabling advanced data-driven decision-making. The company plans to converge its operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT) systems on a secure and scalable AWS infrastructure, allowing greater…

22 Jun

District Civil Supplies Office Calls for NGO Projects Under Consumer Welfare Scheme; Deadline July 3

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Office of the District Civil Supplies Officer, Hnahthial, has invited proposals for financial assistance under the Mizoram Consumer Welfare (Corpus) Fund 2026, encouraging organisations and individuals to undertake projects aimed at promoting consumer awareness, education and rural empowerment across the state. The initiative is being implemented in accordance with the Mizoram Consumer Welfare Fund Guidelines, 2022, which seek to strengthen consumer rights, improve public awareness and support welfare activities that benefit consumers, particularly those in rural and disadvantaged communities. According to an official notification issued on June 22, eligible applicants can submit proposals focusing on consumer literacy, consumer education,…

22 Jun

TREDA plans solarisation of government offices across Tripura to expand clean energy use

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tripura has set an ambitious target of adding 11 megawatts (MW) of solar power generation capacity during the 2026-27 financial year as part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen renewable energy infrastructure and reduce dependence on conventional sources of electricity.The initiative is being spearheaded by the Tripura Renewable Energy Development Agency (TREDA), which is working to expand the use of solar energy across government institutions and remote parts of the state. At present, Tripura generates around 35 MW of solar power.TREDA Director General (In-Charge) Debabrata Sukladas said preparations are underway to meet the target and that several projects are already…

22 Jun

Tripura Jal Board project under AMRUT 2.0 lauded for empowering SHG women in water quality and service delivery

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

The Tripura Jal Board (TJB) has been awarded the prestigious SKOCH Gold Award 2026 for its innovative water management project implemented under the AMRUT 2.0 scheme, marking a significant achievement for the state's efforts in improving water governance and public service delivery.The award was presented at a ceremony held on June 20 at the PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry in New Delhi. The recognition was given for the project titled “AMRUT Mitra under AMRUT 2.0 Scheme / Water Quality Monitoring & Surveillance within Agartala AMC Area.”Mihir Kanti Gop, IAS, Chief Executive Officer of the Tripura Jal Board, received the…

22 Jun

Asian Markets Advance on Iran Peace Hopes; South Korea Leads Gains on Chip Rally

anuprovaBusiness

Asian stock markets moved higher as investor sentiment improved on growing optimism surrounding diplomatic progress involving Iran, while South Korea’s benchmark index outperformed regional peers thanks to strong gains in semiconductor stocks. The positive mood across markets was supported by easing concerns over geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, with investors encouraged by signs of progress in talks aimed at reducing regional instability and safeguarding global energy supplies. Falling oil prices further boosted risk appetite, easing fears of inflationary pressures and disruptions to economic growth. South Korea emerged as one of the strongest performers in the region, with technology and…

21 Jun

CM Saha: Rs 529 Cr in Farmers’ Accounts via Paddy Procurement, Village Growth Key

PreetiTripura

More than Rs 529 crore has been directly transferred to farmers in Tripura through government paddy procurement, Chief Minister Manik Saha said on Sunday, highlighting that increasing farmers’ income remains one of the state government’s major priorities. Addressing a programme at the Tripura State Agriculture Research Centre in Arundhatinagar following the release of the 23rd instalment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN), Saha said improving the financial condition of farmers is essential for the overall development of villages and the state. “If farmers’ income rises, villages will progress. When villages progress, the state will develop,” the Chief Minister…